The logic behind the City of Hull Academy was to create the strongest possible playing pool for both Hull FCand Hull KR, and into the projects second year it's really starting to bear fruit, with a 36-10 victory over London continuing their recent good form.

Following on from a rampant win at Leeds last week, Jason Netherton's talented outfit were far too strong for the Broncos. They were slick and expansive in their play, scoring some terrific tries in the process. Eye-catching to watch and clinical throughout a terrific first half, they comfortably earned a third successive win, and were impressive in doing so.

Fielding a potent side again, City of Hull had little trouble running away with a dominant opening forty minutes. Numerous Hull FC Reserve stars were selected, including Jordan Lane who has recently returned from a long term back injury. Hooker Jez Litten was arguably the star of the show, but Rovers winger Will Oakes again excelled at this level with a brace, and fellow three-quarter Jack Sanderson also grabbed two tries.

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Litten, who made his Super League debut earlier in the season, was sensational. Dynamite from the ruck he was explosive, but aided also by a hard working forward pack who all played their part. On the fringes both centres Cameron Scott and in particular Kieran Buchanan had their moments, as the wingers become the beneficiaries to their skill sets.

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Oakes is a talent for sure. KR head coach Tim Sheens has him at his disposal for first team opportunities and on this evidence, he’ll be getting plenty more in the future. Physically developed, more than a lot of the opposition he comes up against, but that's testament to him. Finishing both tries superbly and also kicking four goals his contribution was significant, as his plaudits deservedly continue.

In truth though this was a really good team performance with City of Hull's shape and structures both fluent and clinical. They started the game superbly, defending their line before a short side scrum play put Sanderson over. A sweeping back line move then saw Oakes cross before Joe Wardill, who had a solid game in the back row, added a third try.

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Jordan Lane's introduction was fiery, with the talented back rower offloading to Owen Harrison to score, as City of Hull continued to impress. Sanderson then completed his try brace, before an excellent passing move from the pivots put Oakes in again for a sensational score, With that Oakes kicked four from six in the first half off the tee, as the hosts took an incredible 32-0 lead into the break.

London were a much more spirited outfit after the break and deserve credit for how they muscled up. They struck first and splendidly so, before crossing again after forcing the pass on the last tackle. They deserved their praises and could have quite easily folded the towel in, but to their credit they never stopped going. They made City of Hull work in the second half and that's probably what they needed.

The home side found it difficult after the break and could only register one try through Bobby Downs, but the damage was already done. It was a top class first half performance, and not even a third late London try could take the gloss off a fine win.